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Inland Affordable Housing is a non-profit founded in the 1990s, and we are committed to improving the quantity and quality of affordable housing opportunities throughout Southern California. Join our team! By changing just one person's housing situation, we can help them develop a better life for themselves, their family, and their community.

East County Regional Property Manager

East County: Desert Hot Springs, Palm Springs, Indio, Thermal, Blythe, Mecca, Cathedral City

SUMMARY

Assists in the development and monitoring of company policies and procedures related to property management; responsible for recruitment, training, development, and supervision of Property Managers, and primary responsibility for ensuring the physical asset and performance of assigned properties. Assists senior management and other supervisors with special projects and other related work.
East Riverside County Portfolio, which includes 8 project sites for a total of 414 affordable housing units with up to 12 staff members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Establishes and coordinates a communication system involving transactions and activities between onsite staff and the Central Office to ensure appropriate monitoring and control of property issues and operations.

• Presents prospective hires, trains, supervises, develops, and terminates the employment of those supervised in accordance with company policies and directives; performs timely performance evaluations on supervised employees; assists Property Managers with site-level employees. Approves all new hires, status changes, and terminations for on-site personnel.
• Monitors, assists, and makes recommendations to improve property operations; reviews occupancy status; recommends rent schedules and prepares rent increase requirements to governing agencies.
• Reviews/audits property administrative, accounting, and maintenance areas to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures; approves all exceptions of same. Oversees the resolution of resident relation issues.
• Inspects the properties a minimum of twice a month to ensure the highest standards are maintained; evaluates effectiveness and efficiency of maintenance, grounds, and housekeeping operations. Conducts periodic inspection of vacant apartments for market ready condition.
• Assists in or develops corrective programs to ensure physical and fiscal well-being of the apartment communities.
• Prepares annual operating and capital budgets; monitors budget performance and prepares summary reports of same.
• Reviews and approves expenditures within specified budgetary guidelines. Negotiates and/or evaluates contracts and makes recommendations.
• Assists in the update, revision and/or development of forms, reports, and manuals relating to property management issues and operations. Ensures implementation, as appropriate.
• Prepares and conducts semi-annual portfolio meetings to include all property personnel.
• Establishes ongoing working relationships with lenders and regulatory agency personnel.

• Ensures that regulatory agreements are adhered to and followed.
• Assists in the development and implementation of property management training programs.
• Attends all HUD industry meetings and other regulatory agency meetings as required and appropriate.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages property managers who supervise property staff. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the staff within their portfolio. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Traveling to a variety of locations within the Supervisors portfolio, is mandatory. Provide a schedule of visiting the portfolio assigned.

East County Portfolio includes 8 project sites for a total of 414 affordable housing units with up to 12 staff members.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Knowledge of apartment property management normally acquired by four years of college or comparable work experience, and a Certified Property Manager (CPM) or (CCRM) designation or candidate status within six months of hire.

Minimum of three years’ experience as a manager of multi-family housing. Experience in generating property budgets. Experience in managing affordable housing developments, including but not limited to Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), Tax-Exempt Bonds, Rental Housing Construction Program (RHCP), California Housing Rehabilitation Program (CHRP), California Housing Finance Agency (CHFA), Assisted Housing Program (AHP) properties and (HOME). Working knowledge of applicable local and federal housing laws including Fair Housing and Landlord and Tenant laws required.

Knowledge of apartment property management normally acquired by three years of supervisory experience in property management, preferably in an affordable housing management working environment.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, government regulations, loan documents, financial reports, regulatory agreements and other legal documents. Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups and officials, and/or boards of directors.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages. Ability to analyze financial reports, income statements and perform cost analyses

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Current COS or attainment within six months of hire and or another Professional Certification or Designation applicable to affordable housing.
• Current tax credit certification or attainment within six months of hire.
• CPM/CCRM Certification or candidate status
• Must have reliable automobile transportation and a valid California Driver's License and insurance.

OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of affordable housing regulations a plus, including but not limited to HUD, Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), Tax-Exempt Bonds, RHCP, CHRP, CHFA, HOME, and AHP.
• Ability to review regulatory agreements and ability to interpret same.
• Working knowledge of applicable local and federal housing laws a plus.
• Knowledge of property maintenance, property marketing, and financial aspects of property management a plus.
• Knowledge of basic employment laws as they relate to equal opportunity, hiring, training, promotion, evaluation and termination.
• Strong supervisory, personnel management and organizational skills.
• Ability to delegate and communicate property management policies and procedures.
• Computer literate. Proficient in Word and Excel. Experience with property management software (preferably YARDI).
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), problem solving, decision-making, interpersonal and time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and successfully meet deadlines.
• Must be able and willing to travel to all company locations to carry out duties and responsibilities associated with the management of property portfolio.
• Ability to handle shifting and multiple priorities in a fast paced, growth environment.
• Experience working with diverse groups, i.e., staff, residents, outside contacts.
• Commitment to the company's goals and mission

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. Employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

JOB LOCATIONS and PORTFOLIO DETAILS

East County: Desert Hot Springs, Palm Springs, Indio, Thermal, Blythe, Mecca, Cathedral City
East County Portfolio includes 8 project sites for a total of 414 affordable housing units with up to 12 staff members.

BENEFITS

Annual Full-Time Salary Starting at $62,000, Dependent on Experience.

Benefits include medical coverage that is 100% employer-paid, as well as optional self-paid dental and vision coverage. 401k with 5% employer-match. Cell phone and auto allowance.

12 paid holidays, 8 sick leave days, and 10 vacation days annually.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Affordable Housing: 3 years (Preferred)
• Property management: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Palm Desert, CA (Required)

Work Location: In person